ESTABLISHED 1955
GLOBAL CHAPTERS
1000+ MEMBERS
ANNUAL EVENTS
INDUSTRY AWARDS
ESTABLISHED 1955
ANNUAL EVENTS
1000+ MEMBERS
GLOBAL CHAPTERS
Our mission is to inspire travel through responsible journalism.
SATW is a professional networking organization comprised of the travel industry’s most experienced travel content creators, publishers, and public relations experts from the United States, Canada, and beyond.
Founded in 1955, SATW has more than 1,000 members who contribute to the most influential print, digital, and broadcast platforms in the world.
SATW is the industry’s premier networking organization that brings together top voices from all those professions for media opportunities, career development, and industry events.
Benefits For Writers, Photographers, & Video Creators
Get Published
We connect top industry voices with the most respected travel publications for writing, photography, and video production gigs.
Travel More Often
Earn access to exclusive paid writing and sponsored content creation opportunities from our associate members.
Travel for Less
Members get access to 450+ exclusive discounts on airfare, hotels, attractions, & travel services, more than covering dues!
Networking Events
Connect with top creators, learn from industry experts, and secure paid gigs from associate members at global and local events.
Benefits For Travel Publications, Tourism Directors, & Businesses
Reach Top Creators
Connect online & in-person with our vetted directory of professional travel writers, photographers, and video creators.
Promote Destinations & Businesses
Gain visibility for your brand, destination, or travel business through features in travel stories, articles, videos, and blog posts.
Host Press Trips
Invite qualified travel creators to experience your destination or service, creating authentic content that reaches new audiences.
Access Travel Content
License high-quality articles, photography, and videos produced by members to enrich your marketing and promotional materials.
Join us at this year’s convention in Detroit, Michigan!
Thursday, September 11, 2025 – Sunday, September 14, 2025
The event will be held at the Huntington Place Convention Center, and the host hotel will be Westin Book Cadillac Detroit. Additional details will be announced soon.
#SATWDetroit #GoDetroit #GoMichigan
“The more I participate in SATW, the more I realize the value is in the expertise of fellow members. It’s a good education and good fun to be surrounded by accomplished and generous writers, photographers, publishers, marketers, and travelers.”
“I have learned so much from attending SATW events and being involved with the organization. The many wonderful friendships and connections made through the years have greatly benefited me professionally and personally.“
Special Thanks To Our Sponsors
